Before We Say Goodbye: A Red Mountain Novel" by Boo Walker is an epic love story and winemaker's family saga set in Washington State's Red Mountain wine country. The story follows Otis and Rebecca, who meet as teenagers on a bus to Woodstock in 1969. They share an intense bond and dreams of a future together, challenging societal expectations and their own personal paths. Otis, initially set to follow his father's career as a journalist, is captivated by Rebecca's free spirit and the idea of pursuing a life in winemaking.
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The book is also noted as a prequel and origin story for characters featured in Walker's "Red Mountain" series, providing insight into Otis's background and motivations. It balances historical context, personal struggles, and the cultural atmosphere of the times with a touch of magical realism, culminating as a poignant and resonant conclusion to the series.